Era Bell Thompson (1905-1986), Chicago, Illinois. Interviewed by: Marcia McAdoo Greenlee, March 5 and 10, 1978.
Dates
- Creation: 1976-1981
Language of Materials
Materials in English.
Conditions Governing Access
Audiotapes are closed to research use until 2027.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright. Retained by Era Bell Thompson.
Extent
7 linear feet ((7 cartons) plus 353 audiotapes)Biographical / Historical
Early career as interviewer for the Illinois and United States Employment Services; associate editor, co-managing editor, book reviewer, international editor with Johnson Publishing Company and Ebony; active in civic affairs.
Repository Details
Part of the Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute Repository
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